Do Moringa leaves do any good to control hair loss or help in controlling baldness? Are they really good for hair growth and baldness control as is being touted?
This educational video by Dr John Watts, dermatologist & trichologist, explores the claimed benefits of Moringa leaves and Moringa oil.
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Moringa leaves are claimed to boost hair growth and reduce hair fall, although there is little clinical evidence for this. “It has both anti-ageing and anti-oxidant properties that are hair-friendly,” says Dr John Watts.
This is not all as the nutrient-rich Moringa is known to be enriched with essential amino acids and contain 7 times more vitamin C than oranges, 4 times more calcium than milk and 4 times beta carotene than carrot.
Moringa contains vitamin A and vitamin B, which hair needs; this matters mainly if your diet is deficient. “It is a rich source of vitamin C that helps in not only countering the damaging effect of free radicals but also repairing the damage,” said Dr John Watts.
Moringa is also a source of iron and zinc; correcting a deficiency of these nutrients may help hair loss caused by that deficiency.
Moringa Oil: Benefits
Moringa oil is derived from Moringa plant/leaves that contain zinc, silica, vitamin A and antioxidants. “The oil keeps the hair shiny and conditioned,” said Dr John Watts, adding that the zinc, silica and vitamin A prevent clogging of the sebaceous gland and help in the continued production of sebum.
Often one notices how deficiency of vitamin A make the scalp dry but regular use of Moringa oil to massage the scalp and prevent this problem. “Moringa oil can keep the scalp tissue soft,” informed Dr John Watts. He added that vitamin B, C, E and iron-rich Moringa oil also help in maintaining blood circulation to the hair roots.
Moringa Oil: Application
The best way to use Moringa oil is through regular massaging the scalp twice or thrice a week. “Once the massaging is done, one can tie a towel or a cloth on one’s scalp for an hour and then rinse it with shampoo. It will ensure the scalp absorbs the oil,” informed Dr John Watts.
Some people use Moringa oil for dandruff, split ends and scalp dryness; evidence is limited and response varies.
In his concluding note, Dr John Watts, however, mentioned that the use of Moringa oil cannot help one to regain hair at baldness spots. “For established baldness, options such as medical treatment or a hair transplant can be discussed with a doctor,” he said while urging the viewers to share the video among their friends for awareness.
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